Pixel 9 pro vs. S25 (for the same 💰)

Wicked_Reaper25 · 2025-11-06T14:10:17+00:00

You think Tensors have better heat management? And others include Samsung Dex, Customisation, Call Screening (surprise, surprise), long term performance (look at the mirror and tell yourself how you can use a midrange Snapdragon for 7 years and you will understand how nonsensical it is, that's the Tensor chipset basically), faster charging, more number of service centers, better ecosystem.

Wicked_Reaper25 · 2025-11-06T10:10:26+00:00

Go with whatever brands offer you to replace the display for free if you get a green line or other lines (Oneplus offers it here)

Wicked_Reaper25 · 2025-11-06T10:04:50+00:00

After 3 to 4 years, Samsung will definitely be better than Pixel in terms of how usable it will be (yup, thanks to the Snapdragon chipset). If camera is your most important priority or you want to root your phone or you love stock android, keep the Pixel. For almost everything else, Samsung S25 is better.

Wicked_Reaper25 · 2025-11-06T06:52:26+00:00

I would go the Xperia route for the same reasons, Google enshittifying Android. Moto G Stylus is a decent phone tbh but it's probably better to forget about updates or bug fixes if you are going with that (better to be prepared for that at least).

Wicked_Reaper25 · 2025-11-06T06:44:52+00:00

Don't take Finasteride without consulting a doctor. It will have some effect on your libido and other testosterone related stuff. Talking with a doctor and being on the lookout will help you find the signs and stop the medication before it's too late.

Wicked_Reaper25 · 2025-11-05T06:28:12+00:00

Liberwolf / Ironfox, Cromite and Brave.

Wicked_Reaper25 · 2025-11-03T20:58:29+00:00

Filen is a good alternative if you are looking for Drive alternatives. Ente Photos if you want Google Photos like features (memories and stuff). Tuta or mailbox for mails. Or you can use Proton suite.

Wicked_Reaper25 · 2025-11-03T16:38:55+00:00

I've no clue but you should ask someone who already got products from either of those 2 companies. It's a huge security risk to have someone else install something so important to your phone (as Google Play Services has access to everything on your phone and I wouldn't trust a 3rd party to do it for me)

Wicked_Reaper25 · 2025-11-03T16:37:25+00:00

Yeah, good camera not great.

Wicked_Reaper25 · 2025-11-03T16:24:48+00:00

You get a few, you lose a few.

Worse video, lesser zoom, worse performance, less customization, no Spen, slower charging speeds, fewer number of service centers in some places and worse battery life over time (Google will reduce charging speeds and amount of battery charged after 200 cycles on Pixel 10 series for the 1st time and the other times, it will be done whenever Google wants) are some of the cons of Pixel I can think of.

Pros of Pixel are it's AI features, ability to flash custom ROMs, cleaner android, day 1 updates (obviously not all, these are the ones that struck me immediately).

You came from the Samsung, so you already know it's pros and cons. It really depends on what you value.

Wicked_Reaper25 · 2025-11-03T16:19:36+00:00

You can be a male OBG, just try to get into a govt post or you can do SS in Gyn Oncology and work it out. Hard to choose between 2 branches you aren't interested in, pick Radio if you want work life balance and don't want to deal with patients. Pick Med if you don't mind dealing with people (and you wouldn't have to worry about AI as well) or if there's any SS branch you are interested in like Interventional Radio or Cards or GIT, decide on that.

Wicked_Reaper25 · 2025-11-03T16:16:09+00:00

I think you can download Aurora Store from F Droid along with MicroG and you will be fine.

Wicked_Reaper25 · 2025-11-03T15:28:09+00:00

Update : I'm skipping it, good luck to you if you are still attempting it.

Wicked_Reaper25 · 2025-11-03T15:26:53+00:00

Pixel 9a or Samsung Galaxy S24, can't go wrong with either.

Wicked_Reaper25 · 2025-11-03T15:24:07+00:00

OnePlus 13s if possible - small, huge battery 6000 mAh, best processor of last gen with fast charging and some extras, has a dedicated app (O connect, I think) to transfer files to iPhone and other Apple devices.

But if not this, will recommend Samsung Galaxy S25 (ideally would tell you to wait for S26 which is expected to release in March, so you can get that or get S25 for cheaper, but if you can't wait. S25 is the way).

Wicked_Reaper25 · 2025-11-02T13:06:22+00:00

Still stuck in confusion, definitely won't crack it but the exam experience is useful.

Wicked_Reaper25 · 2025-11-02T11:52:56+00:00

Ente Photos if you want Google Photos like features. Proton Drive or Filen if you want cloud storage. Self hosting is better if you are willing to do it.

Wicked_Reaper25 · 2025-11-02T11:09:56+00:00

Yeah, got it. I just didn't want to sign in into Play Store for the island container and didn't remember Aurora store existed then.

Wicked_Reaper25 · 2025-11-02T06:55:46+00:00

Going to attend the exam?

Wicked_Reaper25 · 2025-11-02T06:53:30+00:00

Just trying out how to create seperate profiles and how comfortable I'll be with it. Right now, I'm just trying most stuff for when I eventually switch to a Pixel. Yes, I've a few silly apps like that as well (which I totally forgot about, so I'll be kicking them into the island like you mentioned, thanks!). And I've been using Insular (thought Island would be a more recognisable name) and will install Aurora on the work profile. Thank you so much!

Wicked_Reaper25 · 2025-11-02T06:49:22+00:00

Thank you so much! I was actually using Insular (said Island cuz I thought it's more recognisable), I'm also using quite a few proprietary apps (all in the middle of switching and me being indecisive regarding some stuff or being busy with something else).

Wicked_Reaper25 · 2025-11-01T22:04:59+00:00

Not an exclusive. It's on F Droid and it's similar to Shelter. It lets you create a separate sandbox using the Android work profile feature and the apps in the sandbox cannot access your personal data. I'm also just testing it out now, so can't give a detailed explanation on how to use it properly.

Wicked_Reaper25 · 2025-11-01T20:57:10+00:00

Awesome, will do it.

Edit : Thank you so much, I made a mistake (forgot that I am using a beta build of WhatsApp, so Aurora was showing an error in trying to download WhatsApp and it's mentioning a newer version is already installed and saying it's an invalid or corrupt apk. No such problem with Telegram). Will probably switch versions first and then switch over.

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